Vice President of Operations - Confidential : Job Details

Vice President of Operations

About the Company

Reputable provider of metal finishing services

Industry Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Type Privately Held

Founded 1960

Employees 201-500

Categories

• Metal Manufacturing
• Manufacturing
• Aerospace & Defense
• Industrials & Manufacturing
• Electronics
• Medical Care
• Recreation
• Aviation

Specialties

• metal finishing

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Operations to play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, efficiency, and strategic growth within a high-mix, high-spec industrial and aerospace/defense manufacturing and service environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that production meets stringent industry specifications, on-time delivery, and cost targets, all while maintaining compliance with various standards. This leadership position demands a focus on fostering a people-first culture, prioritizing customer satisfaction, and investing in talent development to build the next generation of manufacturing leaders. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership, customer focus, manufacturing and production oversight, continuous improvement, safety, quality, and compliance, as well as leadership and team development. Applicants for the Vice President of Operations role at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' of senior leadership experience in aerospace or industrial manufacturing, with a proven track record in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational efficiency strategies. Strong leadership in high-spec, high-mix manufacturing environments and experience in regulatory compliance with standards such as Nadcap, AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 are essential. The role requires a strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability, and experience with EOS is a plus. The ideal candidate will be adept at cross-functional collaboration, financial and project management, and will be committed to upholding the company's values of community involvement, a family culture, and making a global impact through their work.

Hiring Manager Title President/CEO

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

• Operations
• General Management